Yeah, get onto the ASV. Website is here
http://asv.org.au/
I had an 8" on loan back a while back. It was $60 but $50 was a refundable deposit and it was for 3 months. Also you get an intoductory guide and an Atlas (which may be a bit old, but will get you started)
Only other proviso is you must be a member.
Malcolm